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FM03 HMJ

2003 Volkswagen Polo · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 126,084 miles on the clock, averaging 12,825 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.

MOT & Mileage History for FM03 HMJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
126,084
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
12,825

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading126,084 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,825
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM03 HMJ 23k48k74k100k126k '06'14'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage126,084 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,084 miles
Since last MOT+6,811 miles
PASS
Mileage119,273 miles
Since last MOT+11,195 miles
PASS
Mileage108,078 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,078 miles
Since last MOT+14,468 miles
PASS
Mileage93,610 miles
Since last MOT+13,178 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,432 miles
Since last MOT+16,095 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,337 miles
Since last MOT+23,601 miles
PASS
Mileage40,736 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,733 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
PASS
Mileage40,696 miles
Since last MOT+18,099 miles
PASS
Mileage22,597 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Engine-specific faults

Brake pad and disc wear:

Tyre wear and replacement:

Spark plug replacement:

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 HMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About FM03 HMJ

What car is FM03 HMJ?

FM03 HMJ is an black Volkswagen Polo, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FM03 HMJ?

The last recorded mileage for FM03 HMJ was 126,084 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM03 HMJ passed its MOT?

FM03 HMJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2014.

Is FM03 HMJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM03 HMJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FM03 HMJ?

FM03 HMJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.